At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon
As the Associate, Automation & Control Engineering, you will maintain and provide effective MES/SCADA and related application support for LS1/DMS Flex Lens manufacturing platform and Chemical Production through on-time support and continuous improvement
In this role, a typical day will include:
- Perform first level support DSMFlex lens manufacturing. LS1 Lens manufacturing, and Chemical production MES and SCADA system operation and maintenance.
- • Perform system change, enhancement and bug fixes for MES system.
- • Maintain and perform routine system/server health check.
- • Support the MES/SCADA related project, develop/review project document including URS, IOQ protocol and SOP, perform computer system validation.
- • Conduct investigation for non-conformance (NCR), Field Action Assessment (FAA) and participate in customer complaints investigation.
- • Liaison with site, global and regional Alcon to ensure good working relationship.
- • Ensure HSE, GDP, GMP and Alcon Corporation policy compliance maintained
- • Support data driven smart manufacturing initiative
What You'll Bring to Alcon
- Diploma/Bachelor in IT, Computer Science or related engineering discipline
• 1-2 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing industries, preferably in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and experiences in Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Supervisory Control Automation and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
• Sound technical problem-solving skills with experience in advanced manufacturing equipment engineering.
• Hands on knowledge on automation engineering, PLC/SCADA/MES systems, Microsoft SQL/Oracle/Access database, Microsoft Visual Basic/C#/ASP.net/Python programming and IT (Infrastructure and Network).
• Good communication skills and able to lead a team.
• Six Sigma certification preferred
• Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 (computerized system validation) is preferred
• Skilled in software application development, scripting, and database programming (SQL), with the ability to effectively leverage AI-assisted technologies to streamline design, coding, and troubleshooting.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- At Alcon, we are committed to fostering a work environment where our employees can grow, innovate, and excel. Here’s how you can thrive in your role with us:
- Career Growth & Development – Gain access to continuous learning opportunities, leadership training, and career advancement programs to support your professional journey.
- Collaborative Culture – Work alongside passionate and diverse teams in a dynamic and inclusive environment that encourages innovation and teamwork.
- Impactful Work – Be part of a purpose-driven company that is improving lives by advancing eye care solutions worldwide.
- Recognition & Rewards – Your contributions are valued and recognized through competitive compensation, performance incentives and career progression opportunities.
- Global Exposure – Join a world-class organization with opportunities to collaborate across international teams and gain global industry insights.
- Work-Life Balance & Well-Being – Enjoy employee wellness programs, flexible work arrangements and initiatives that support your well-being.
At Alcon, we empower our people to make a difference while growing their careers in an exciting and supportive environment. Join us and see brilliance in every opportunity!
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Skills Required
- Diploma or bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline
- 1-2 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing industries
- Experience with MES and SCADA
- Technical problem-solving experience with advanced manufacturing equipment engineering
- Hands-on knowledge of automation engineering, PLC, SCADA, and MES systems
- Knowledge of Microsoft SQL, Oracle, or Access databases
- Programming experience with Visual Basic, C#, ASP.NET, or Python
- IT infrastructure and networking knowledge
- Good communication skills and ability to lead a team
- Six Sigma certification
- Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 and computerized system validation
- Software application development, scripting, and SQL database programming skills
- Ability to leverage AI-assisted technologies for design, coding, and troubleshooting
Alcon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alcon and has not been reviewed or approved by Alcon.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as unusually strong, pairing a 401(k) match with an additional employer-funded retirement plan contribution. Stock purchase access and performance bonuses are also positioned as meaningful components of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Distinctive vision-related perks, including free contact lenses in some cases, reinforce the perceived strength of the health-and-wellness offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are characterized as robust, including paid holidays, PTO/vacation, paid sick time, and parental leave. Flexible time off for certain exempt roles and reported year-end shutdown periods further strengthen perceived coverage.
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What We Do
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning more than seven decades, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 20,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with eye care professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care.
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